Definition of "kaleidoscope" in английский

noun

1. An instrument consisting of a tube containing mirrors and loose, colourful beads or other objects; when the tube is looked into and rotated, a succession of symmetrical designs can be seen.

2. (figuratively) A constantly changing series of colours or other things.

3. (collective) A swarm of butterflies.

verb

1. (intransitive) To move in shifting (and often attractive or colourful) patterns.